Hottest city of the season is. . . Istanbul

New flights from EasyJet to Turkey, sunshine weekends when Britains gone all frosty and 10 great things to do, courtesy of Stephen Bleach

Two reasons to go to Istanbul now: EasyJet started flights two months ago, so it's easier to reach; and the searing heat is over but the winter chill hasn't arrived, so it's perfect strolling weather. One reason to go any time: it's the most exciting, chaotic, beautiful city in weekend-break range. And here are 10 great things to do while you're there. We've purposely left out one, because you'll do it anyway: wander. Many cities promise street theatre, but Istanbul tops them all. Get lost in the ramshackle alleys squirming down the slopes to the Golden Horn, teeming with chic bars, teahouses, raucous markets and noisy workshops; then rest up at a rooftop cafe and take in one of the world's greatest skylines. 1 TAKE A BATH Mention the word hammam to an Istanbullu and they'll come over all sniffy. We've all got showers now, they say, so why go